The cheapest and fastest buses from Altea to Madrid
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€50
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Altea to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Altea to Madrid will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 3 buses that leave Altea for Madrid on Sun, Dec 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct buses cover the 373 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Altea to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Altea to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 373 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€51 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Altea to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Altea to Madrid buses for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Supra Economy | 12:20 PM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 7h55 | 8:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:20 AM Altea | 7h05 | 12:25 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Altea | 6h10 | 2:30 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Altea to Madrid
Buses from Altea to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €13 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 373 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 373 km |
Average bus duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra from Altea to MadridYou can travel by bus between Altea to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Altea to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altea to Madrid by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Altea, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir, Altea, Autocares Reche Tamargo Tour, S. L. And Altea. When arriving in Madrid, you can end your journey in coach stations like Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, located 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Altea to Madrid
- Bus: L10, L11, L12
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
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